TIPS provides a proven, streamlined process that eliminates the purchasing stress for members.

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TIPS the Interlocal Purchasing System Contract

Purchasing is a necessary activity for any business or organization.  We provide a proven process to eliminate purchasing related stress for governmental entities.

Contact TIPS and let us simplify your life. For more information, see the following resources:

  • Visit the TIPS website for details on
    • Contract #260102 Comprehensive Facilities Management and Services.
    • Contract #260105 Technology, Solutions, Products and Services
    • Contract #240403 Data Analytics, Solutions, and Services
  • Learn about the TIPS Interlocal Purchasing System.
  • Read the Member Benefits to see if your Education, Government and Non-profit Agencies qualifies for the program.  TIPS Membership Form – fill in form.
  • Interlocal Agreement – if required by your State or organization click on the State to confirm correct form.

WARRANTY & RETURN POLICY

Absolute Facility Solutions, LLC (AFS) will pass on any included manufacturer warranties at the time of purchase. In addition, we will work with customers and end users to provide all extended warranty, maintenance and service programs available at the time of quote. AFS can assist in providing contact and process information for OEMs as needed.

AFS Products & Services

TIPS Contract Details

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Purchase Order Processing Procedure

  1. Visit the TIPS website at: www.tips-usa.com and search “All Contracts” or  ”All Vendors” to locate Absolute Facility Solutions LLC
  2. When completing a TIPS purchase, the TIPS Member must request a TIPS Quote from the TIPS Vendor with one of the following TIPS Contract Numbers: 260102, 260105 or 240403 referenced on the quote. You can easily request a quote using the TIPS Member Portal
  3. If the Member decides to proceed with the purchase, the Member must submit the TIPS Quote & PO (payable to the awarded TIPS Vendor) both referencing the TIPS Contract Number, to tipspo@tips-usa.com
  4. Please note that all vendor instructions must be included on the PO as vendor instructions detailed in the body of the email to tipspo@tips-usa.com are not seen by the Vendor. 
  5. Member payment will be made directly to the Vendor by the Member as agreed by the parties. In the event a Member submits PO directly to Vendor that is NOT an “Automated Vendor”, it must be immediately forwarded to TIPS marked as “confirmation only” within 30 days of the issue date. 

Need Assistance? 866-839-8477 SAR200306

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Contact Information

Contract Questions
Michelle Ray
mray@absolute-fs.com
800-527-4135 ex. 2
512-585-9833

Sales Support
sales@absolute-fs.com
800-527-4135 ex. 1

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Terms & Conditions

The AFS TIPS contract and related services consist of CONTRACTS: 260102, 260105 and 240403. Always review the product and services listed before ordering and always place contract number on the Purchase Order in order to invoke the terms and conditions of this agreement.